Warner Bros. and the Russo brothers’ AGBO are set to reimagine the classic 1993 film Free Willy, with a new screenplay by Mary-Margaret Kunze and Jade Halley Bartlett. This project aims to introduce the beloved story of a young boy's mission to free an orca whale to a new generation.
Details of the Free Willy Reimagining
The original Free Willy movie depicted a troubled preteen who discovers his purpose in rescuing an aging orca captured for a local aquarium. The film became a cultural phenomenon in the '90s, leading to several sequels and home video releases.
Producers for the new film include Angela Russo-Otstot, Michael Disco, and Kassee Whiting, with executive production by Anthony and Joe Russo. Co-producers Lauren Shuler Donner and Courtney Baker will also be involved, while Jesse Ehrman and Cate Adams will oversee the production for Warner Bros.
Background of the Screenwriters
Mary-Margaret Kunze, who is represented by CAA and Heroes & Villains Entertainment, began her career as a creative executive at Marvel Television, contributing to shows like Agents of SHIELD and Daredevil. Most recently, she worked as a co-executive producer on the Netflix series The Boroughs.
Jade Halley Bartlett, represented by UTA, Heroes & Villains Entertainment, and Hirsch Wallerstein, made her debut with the Lionsgate film Miller’s Girl. She is also the creator of the upcoming Netflix series Icebreaker, based on the novel by Hannah Grace.
AGBO's Upcoming Projects
Beyond Free Willy, AGBO has an exciting slate of projects. This includes a new John Rambo movie starring Noah Centineo, the crime thriller The Whisper Man featuring Robert De Niro, and Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday. The third installment of Extraction is also in the works.
- Upcoming AGBO Projects:
- John Rambo movie
- The Whisper Man
- Avengers: Doomsday
- Third Extraction film
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